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Sun, 02 Aug 2015 18:54:27 +0000en-us An exceptional vintage in 2010 provided Hugh Hamilton with the fruit to fulfill his dreams of creating a pre-eminent wine and KSD the opportunity to collaborate and produce this truly hand crafted presentation for Pure Black.
With CEO, Mary Hamilton as the passionate key driver, we were inspired to design with materials that went beyond conventional borders.
The medallion was made of 3mm forged metal and tooled to suit the bottle surface. The centre was then sand etched to provide a textured background to contrast against the fine detail in the dimensional sheep. The entire medallion was then plated in Black Nickel.
High gloss wax was sourced from USA and each bottle was hand dipped before the medallion and back label were hand applied using a purpose built jig.
Each bottle was then carefully placed into a gift box, slid into an outer sleeve and hand numbered. The box covering resembles fine soft leather, is lined with high density black foam and embellished with black foil stamping.
A video to promote the wine was produced by 57 Films and No Anchovies Studios and can be viewed here at http://vimeo.com/99704755]]> An exceptional vintage in 2010 provided Hugh Hamilton with the fruit to fulfill his dreams of creating a pre-eminent wine and KSD the opportunity to collaborate and produce this truly hand crafted presentation for Pure Black.
With CEO, Mary Hamilton as the passionate key driver, we were inspired to design with materials that went beyond conventional borders.
The medallion was made of 3mm forged metal and tooled to suit the bottle surface. The centre was then sand etched to provide a textured background to contrast against the fine detail in the dimensional sheep. The entire medallion was then plated in Black Nickel.
High gloss wax was sourced from USA and each bottle was hand dipped before the medallion and back label were hand applied using a purpose built jig.
Each bottle was then carefully placed into a gift box, slid into an outer sleeve and hand numbered. The box covering resembles fine soft leather, is lined with high density black foam and embellished with black foil stamping.
A video to promote the wine was produced by 57 Films and No Anchovies Studios and can be viewed here at http://vimeo.com/99704755]]> Under new ownership, this small, passionate producer of raw foods in Tweed Heads has grown their distribution from 60 to 165 stores in 11 months and added some 20 new products to their range.
Each one had a different pack and label that was applied by hand.
We started from scratch and designed a simple and striking packaging solution that was cost, time and logistically effective. ]]> Under new ownership, this small, passionate producer of raw foods in Tweed Heads has grown their distribution from 60 to 165 stores in 11 months and added some 20 new products to their range.
Each one had a different pack and label that was applied by hand.
We started from scratch and designed a simple and striking packaging solution that was cost, time and logistically effective. ]]> Landaire is a family owned label by David and Carolyn Brown of Padthaway. It evolved from a desire after years of growing wine grapes and fine tuning their vine management, to select small batches of their finest grapes and confidently release wines under their own label.
Their attention to detail reflects in the label design using hand crafted typography and detailed print embellishments. The triangular pattern is derived from the scientific signs for the elements of Land and Air from which the winery's name is derived in respect to their environment.]]> Landaire is a family owned label by David and Carolyn Brown of Padthaway. It evolved from a desire after years of growing wine grapes and fine tuning their vine management, to select small batches of their finest grapes and confidently release wines under their own label.
Their attention to detail reflects in the label design using hand crafted typography and detailed print embellishments. The triangular pattern is derived from the scientific signs for the elements of Land and Air from which the winery's name is derived in respect to their environment.]]> A unique visual language developed for Prince Alfred College to encapsulate the core values of the ?Princes Man? and to educate and inspire students and the broader community.]]> A unique visual language developed for Prince Alfred College to encapsulate the core values of the ?Princes Man? and to educate and inspire students and the broader community.]]> A cookbook designed in conjunction with McLaren Vale winery, Primo Estate.]]> A cookbook designed in conjunction with McLaren Vale winery, Primo Estate.]]> Michael Weldon is an Adelaide based celebrity chef & caterer. Upon his request, we developed an identity for both his personal promotion and catering operations.]]> Michael Weldon is an Adelaide based celebrity chef & caterer. Upon his request, we developed an identity for both his personal promotion and catering operations.]]> Selling wine is not easy these days. Selling a $130 bottle is even harder.
10 years ago we designed the Hare?s Chase brand and the packaging for 2 wine ranges. Our client approached us and said they had a small parcel of wine; something very special, and wanted a super premium package to add to their range. Very limited and only to be released in exceptional years, it required a name and label to befit the stunning quality wine.
We all agreed on the name Lepus, which is the Latin word for hare and is also a dazzling southern constellation. Next we unearthed a wonderful old illustrated book of the stars, and the label design concept was born.
Simple in its layout, it required some special print embellishments to bring it to life. The label exceeded all expectations by using double thickness paper, hand tooled debossing, matt and gloss varnish and extraordinary fine detail in the gold foiling.
Each bottle is individually numbered and hand sealed with a wax dipped closure and housed in a simple, rustic, yet crafted wooden box.
We collaborated closely with each supplier, right down to the bottlers having to reduce the speed on their line to ensure the thick, long label adhered properly. This attention to detail has resulted in a total package worthy of the superb wine.
A leap of faith for all!
]]> Selling wine is not easy these days. Selling a $130 bottle is even harder.
10 years ago we designed the Hare?s Chase brand and the packaging for 2 wine ranges. Our client approached us and said they had a small parcel of wine; something very special, and wanted a super premium package to add to their range. Very limited and only to be released in exceptional years, it required a name and label to befit the stunning quality wine.
We all agreed on the name Lepus, which is the Latin word for hare and is also a dazzling southern constellation. Next we unearthed a wonderful old illustrated book of the stars, and the label design concept was born.
Simple in its layout, it required some special print embellishments to bring it to life. The label exceeded all expectations by using double thickness paper, hand tooled debossing, matt and gloss varnish and extraordinary fine detail in the gold foiling.
Each bottle is individually numbered and hand sealed with a wax dipped closure and housed in a simple, rustic, yet crafted wooden box.
We collaborated closely with each supplier, right down to the bottlers having to reduce the speed on their line to ensure the thick, long label adhered properly. This attention to detail has resulted in a total package worthy of the superb wine.
A leap of faith for all!
]]> A meticulous and passionate crafter of contemporary furniture design from reclaimed and salvaged timbers, Justin required a new brand identity when he recently made the change from his Adelaide Hills workshop to a new inner city showroom.]]> A meticulous and passionate crafter of contemporary furniture design from reclaimed and salvaged timbers, Justin required a new brand identity when he recently made the change from his Adelaide Hills workshop to a new inner city showroom.]]> Identity and branding for Evans + Ayers, a Chartered Accounting firm based in Adelaide, South Australia.]]> Identity and branding for Evans + Ayers, a Chartered Accounting firm based in Adelaide, South Australia.]]> Branding and packaging for Melameats, a family owned butcher located in Adelaide, South Australia, specialising in premium quality produce.
Photography by Jacqui Way
Food Styling by Fiona Roberts]]> Branding and packaging for Melameats, a family owned butcher located in Adelaide, South Australia, specialising in premium quality produce.
Photography by Jacqui Way
Food Styling by Fiona Roberts]]> Branding for Pleatopia and packaging for their range of pleated fashion bags.]]> Branding for Pleatopia and packaging for their range of pleated fashion bags.]]> ATO ADELAIDE
A NEW PLACE
A NEW COMMUNITY
A NEW BEGINNING
ATO Adelaide fitout brings together several ATO sites into one building located over 14 floors. KSD worked closely in conjunction with Hardy Milazzo and ATO Adelaide to design a Signage and Wayfinding package that would capture the ATO strategic direction to engage and motivate ATO staff by contributing to the process of creating a professional and inspiring work place.
Emphasis was placed on creating a strong connection and sense of ownership between the Interiors, the site, the users and the local community. Staff were invited to submit photographs of their most memorable experiences within South Australia. This ignited the concept for naming each level after an iconic South Australian region and to integrate the images as translucent super graphics to become part of the building's fabric.
At least one image from all those who contributed was included in the foyer display. This installation makes for a dynamic communication tool amongst staff.
KSD thank ATO Adelaide, Hardy Milazzo Architecture & Interior Design and Visualcom for their support throughout the project. ]]> ATO ADELAIDE
A NEW PLACE
A NEW COMMUNITY
A NEW BEGINNING
ATO Adelaide fitout brings together several ATO sites into one building located over 14 floors. KSD worked closely in conjunction with Hardy Milazzo and ATO Adelaide to design a Signage and Wayfinding package that would capture the ATO strategic direction to engage and motivate ATO staff by contributing to the process of creating a professional and inspiring work place.
Emphasis was placed on creating a strong connection and sense of ownership between the Interiors, the site, the users and the local community. Staff were invited to submit photographs of their most memorable experiences within South Australia. This ignited the concept for naming each level after an iconic South Australian region and to integrate the images as translucent super graphics to become part of the building's fabric.
At least one image from all those who contributed was included in the foyer display. This installation makes for a dynamic communication tool amongst staff.
KSD thank ATO Adelaide, Hardy Milazzo Architecture & Interior Design and Visualcom for their support throughout the project. ]]>